This study of Reporting Obligations was commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Justice, Civil Liberties and Institutional Affairs at the request of the JURI Committee. It provides an overview of regulatory reporting and disclosure overlaps that businesses face across the recently enacted Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and the EU Taxonomy. It provides recommendations on how to mitigate the burdens caused by these overlaps, together with a preliminary assessment of the Commission’s efforts to reduce burdens in the proposed Omnibus Directives. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This EPRS publication, 'Key issues in the European Council', seeks to provide an overview of the institution's activities on major EU issues. It analyses nine broad policy areas, which have been identified as priorities in the European Council's Strategic Agenda 2024-2029, outlining the main orientations defined by the European Council, the legal and political background, and the results of its involvement to date in each policy field. It is updated every half a year before the June and December regular meetings of EU Heads of State or Government. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Temperatures are expected to reach up to 18°C in southwest Iceland today, while the northeast coast will remain cooler, at around 7°C. Light northeast or variable winds are forecast, with mostly clear skies and wind speeds ranging from 3 to 10 meters per second. However, cloudy periods are expected in parts of North and East Iceland until around midday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Three Somali fishermen who were stranded at sea for 45 days and later detained in Libyan prisons for six months were reunited with their families in Mogadishu on Thursday, following a complex repatriation effort.

Mogadishu (HOL) – At least four Muslim clerics were killed and four others wounded in a suspected clan revenge attack in Xaloole, a village in the Warsheikh district of Middle Shabelle region, on Thursday, local residents and officials confirmed.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the family of Vijay Rupani, the former Gujarat Chief Minister, expressing his deep sorrow over Rupani's death in the Ahmedabad air crash. Modi reminisced about their long association and Rupani's dedication to the BJP's ideology.

An Indian Air Force Apache attack helicopter executed a precautionary landing near Pathankot, Punjab, prompting technical inspections. Following the checks, the helicopter was declared serviceable and safely returned to its base. This incident follows a similar precautionary landing by an IAF Apache near Saharanpur last week, and another by a Chetak helicopter near Jamnagar in April.

British national Jamie Meek's poignant 'goodbye India' post, shared just before boarding Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad, has gone viral following the tragic crash shortly after takeoff. Meek and his partner, Fiongal Greenlaw, were returning to London after a 'magical' trip. Their final recorded moments reflected on their experiences, capturing their excitement and gratitude before the ill-fated flight.

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Moscow condemns the sharp escalation between Israel and Iran after strikes killed top Iranian commanders and nuclear scientists Read Full Article at RT.com

An Indian Air Force Apache helicopter landed in Nangalpur. This follows a recent emergency landing near Saharanpur due to a technical issue. In April last year, another Apache was damaged during a hard landing in Ladakh. The Apache is a advanced attack helicopter used by the IAF and Indian Army. It enhances India's combat capabilities, especially in border regions.

Vikram Misri and Sun Weidong met in New Delhi to improve India-China relations. They focused on people-centric engagements and resuming direct flights. Progress since their last meeting in Beijing was reviewed. Misri appreciated China's help in restarting the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Discussions included sharing hydrological data on trans-border rivers. Both sides aimed to ease visa procedures and promote exchanges.

The brother of Raja Raghuvanshi, murdered during his honeymoon in Meghalaya, is demanding a narco analysis test for Raja's wife, Sonam, and her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha. Sachin Raghuvanshi believes the test will reveal the complete truth behind the crime, as he suspects they are misleading the investigation.

An Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad near the airport. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff. The plane was carrying 242 passengers and crew. A massive fire erupted after the crash. Temperatures reached 1,000 degrees Celsius. Rescue operations were difficult due to the intense heat. Many bodies were recovered from the crash site. The incident also impacted nearby residential areas.

Assam's chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has issued shoot-at-sight orders in Dhubri after a communal group allegedly desecrated a Hindu temple with cow meat on Eid. Sarma visited Dhubri, vowing zero tolerance for those who desecrate sacred places and promising severe consequences for the perpetrators. He stated he would even guard the Hanuman temple himself if necessary.

The US will “defend itself and Israel” if Iran retaliates for West Jerusalem’s “preemptive” strike on Friday, Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The US has said it was not involved in the strikes on Iran, but vowed to protect American and Israeli forces from potential retaliation Read Full Article at RT.com

META The latest death toll from the crash stands at 290 Read Full Article at RT.com

Newsweek earlier claimed that Russia won’t end the Ukraine conflict until the bloc “pulls out of the Baltics,” citing a top diplomat Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel’s strikes against Iran violate the UN Charter and international law, the Russian Foreign Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Iran vowed to respond 'harshly' to Israel 's strikes on Tehran's nuclear facilities, which have taken out top Revolutionary Guard generals and nuclear scientists.

The president signaled an opening to protect migrant workers in agriculture and hospitality, in statements an official said sought to soothe industry leaders.

A 63-year-old man has been rescued by the Police Coast Guard after ending up in the waters off East Coast Park on Thursday (June 12). According to Shin Min Daily, witnesses said that the man often swam there, and it was believed that the strong wind and waves pushed him away from the shore. It is understood that the man was clinging to the edge of a concrete structure near the jetty before the Police Coast Guard threw him a life buoy and pulled him towards their boat.Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) confirmed that a call for assistance was made at about 8.10am, alerting them to a man in distress in the waters near East Coast Park.The 63-year-old man was rescued from the waters by officers from the Police Coast Guard.The man has been assessed by SCDF for minor injuries but has declined to be sent to the hospital.[[nid:662493]]xingying.koh@asiaone.com

SINGAPORE — A cultural group has released footage to clear the air over a handshake incident that led to online criticism of Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Trade and Industry Gan Siow Huang.Kwong Wai Siew Peck San Theng said it had invited Gan for a Cantonese cultural festival held at Peck San Theng in Bishan Lane on Saturday (May 17).Representatives of the 155-year-old cultural institution, which is managed by 16 Cantonese clan associations, were waiting to greet her when she arrived alone.The footage shows her alighting from the car, with a mobile phone in her right hand. She then slips the phone into her rear right trousers pocket as representatives of the group approach her.Among those who extended their hand was Leong Chee Leng.The 72-year-old is a member of the Kong Chow Wui Koon lion dance troupe, which was scheduled to perform at the Cantonese cultural festival.Leong can be seen extending his hand to greet her, but Gan is also approached by Edward Leong, the chairman of the cultural festival’s organising committee.

Tobacco enforcement officers from the the Health Sciences Authority's (HSA) raided Club Slim, a nightclub in Excelsior Shopping Centre at Coleman Street, on May 15 and uncovered an active trade in illegal e-vaporisers and related accessories.This comes as the authority steps up enforcement and continues to combat the unauthorised sale and use of e-vaporisers at nightlife establishments, it said in a statement on Friday (June 13).The club's manager admitted to selling e-vaporisers to staff members and HSA linked him to an illegal distribution network after they searched his vehicle and residence. The 45-year-old man is currently assisting the authority in investigations.Three men and two women aged between 22 and 40, who were patrons of the nightclub, were also found to have e-vaporisers and components in their possession. They were issued fines by the HSA on the spot.Under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act, the possession, use or purchase of e-vaporisers carries a maximum fine of $2,000.

Unable to reschedule flights and receive refunds, many Jetstar Asia passengers are voicing their frustrations as they try to adjust their travel plans.Jetstar Asia announced on Wednesday (June 11) morning that it will be ceasing operations effective July 31 after years of financial losses, and will be operating on a «progressively reduced schedule» for the next few weeks.In a statement on Wednesday, it said that customers with bookings after July 31 would be offered full refunds for their flights, but many are facing difficulties in claiming refunds.'Can't get through to anyone'Speaking to AsiaOne, an affected passenger, who wanted to be known as Megan, said that she has been unable to get help from customer service.The 27-year-old had booked a flight to Bangkok in August and received an email on Wednesday afternoon that provided a form to apply for a refund.

LIVE UPDATES: Follow MailOnline's live coverage after an Air India plane carrying 242 people crashes in Ahmedabad while heading to London Gatwick.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Ahmedabad Air India crash site, meeting officials and the sole survivor after the devastating incident that claimed 241 lives. Flight AI-171, en route to London, crashed shortly after takeoff, impacting a residential building.